Junior Civil or Environmental Engineer

Tetra Tech; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based rewards

Flexibility and work-life balance

Job summary

Tetra Tech is hiring a Junior Civil/Environmental Engineer in Pittsburgh, PA. The role supports a range of civil and environmental projects from planning through construction, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and scientists.

The ideal candidate has 0–5 years of experience, strong quantitative skills, and willingness to travel roughly 25%. Proficiency with field data collection and reporting is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field.
• 0–5 years of engineering experience.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.
• EIT/FE exam pursued or completed (PE preferred).
• Experience with civil/environmental field data and reporting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and supervise field tasks (sampling, tests, data collection).
• Support design, remediation, and environmental projects per regulations (RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA).
• Coordinate with project team, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop proposals, work plans, and cost estimates.
• Prepare charts, figures, maps, and reports for deliverables.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Fieldwork coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

EIT/FE exam pursued or completed

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

SpecsIntact/CSI familiarity

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding a Junior Engineer to our Civil/Environmental team based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Role

Junior Civil or Environmental Engineer with 0 to 5 years of experience. The ideal candidate must have strong quantitative skillsets to support various projects in the United States from conceptual planning through to design and construction. This position will work closely with project managers, engineers, and scientists to support a variety of public (federal, state, local) and private (industrial, utility) clients with general civil and environmental system design, remedial investigations, remedial alternatives evaluations, remedial actions, and a wide range of various civil/environmental projects. The successful candidate will work as a team member to support routine and non‑routine assignments related to civil/environmental projects of substantial variety and complexity.

Candidate will plan, conduct, and supervise field tasks such as air, soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater sampling, pilot tests and treatability studies, engineering designs, construction oversight, operation and maintenance (O&M), data analysis, and report writing. They will perform engineering components of projects in accordance with RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, UST, CWA and other appropriate state and federal regulations. This will require reviews of progress and evaluation of results. The candidate will prepare, develop, and assist in the preparation of proposals and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Basic understanding of the following areas of civil engineering: site grading and earthworks design, soil mechanics, hydrology, hydraulics, pumps and piping systems, geochemistry, site closure, cover designs using soil and/or geosynthetics, cost estimation, sampling, environmental regulations, remediation, and environmental investigations and remediation.
• Conduct research related to engineering policies and practices.
• Work/coordinate with project team personnel. Perform technical functions on projects and possibly direct the technical efforts and provide guidance on engineering and construction projects, including to CADD/GIS operators, designers, technicians, and field personnel.
• Conduct engineering related calculations and develop solutions for various engineering and environmental projects.
• Conduct data analysis and data quality control of civil/environmental design data using sound engineering judgement.
• Assist with quality control and assurance.
• Assist in preparing work plans, subcontract specifications, remedial investigation reports, performance monitoring reports, long‑term monitoring reports, sampling plans, and cost estimates.
• Assist in developing descriptive charts, figures/maps, tables/matrices, and presentations.
• Participate in functions involving contact with client representatives, including virtual and in‑person presentations to the client and regulatory agencies.
• Develop an entrepreneurial spirit, working independently to advance project initiatives.
• Adhere to rigorous schedules for completing field tasks and reports. Maintain detailed documentation of field activities. Field work often involves extended hours on site.
• Conduct field investigations, subcontractor management/oversight, and construction oversight of civil and environmental projects that include contaminated sites, landfills, industrial facilities, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned as determined appropriate by the supervisor based on level of experience.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Zero to five years of experience in the engineering field.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 25%.
• Completion of Engineer in Training (EIT/FE) exam is preferred, working towards a Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• 40‑Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and current 8‑hour refresher training is desirable.
• CADD experience is desirable. Familiar with features in AutoCAD Civil 3D such as alignments, profiles, cut‑fill volumes, surfaces, pipe networks, etc.
• Basic computer skills required; advanced skills desirable.
• Knowledge of specialized computer software needed for data evaluation and remediation design is desirable.
• Experience working with specifications software (e.g., SpecsIntact, CSI, etc.) is desirable
• Capable of performing fieldwork, which at times can be extensive.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated educational and relevant work experience showing strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in excellent standing within the company standards.
• Candidates must be highly motivated, self‑starters that want to establish a career in civil and environmental consulting.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on.

Background Check (if applicable)

If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidate must be able to perform field investigation and construction oversight that could potentially require the following: Performing strenuous field work under a variety of site and adverse weather conditions; standing, crouching and sitting to facilitate operation of the equipment and collecting samples; moving earth via shovels or hand augers; lifting of pumps, other remediation equipment, cases containing equipment, sample coolers and other items weighing between 1 and 50 pounds; and potential exposure to natural (e.g., poison ivy), physical and chemical hazards.

Work Environment

Work will be performed in the Tetra Tech office, five days a week. When assigned to field work, the candidate must have a bility to perform and maintain rigorous detailed documentation of field activities.Field work often involves extended hours on site. Candidate must be able and available to travel via land and/or air and possess a valid drivers’ license in good standing.Travel required may be up to 25%.

Language & Communication Skills

Candidates should be fluent in the English language and possess excellent verbal/written communication skills. Candidates must be able to professionally interact with clients, subcontractors, professionals, and the public.

Other Skills: Instructions

Candidate must be well organized, enthusiastic, and energetic. Strong communication skills are required for work plan, design, and report preparation, field activities, and interaction with clients. Roles associated with this position include a variety of office‑based tasks including coordination of field investigations, subcontractor procurement, data evaluation, report writing, and project management. Candidates must possess ability to resolve conflicts and provide solutions in a professional manner.Must be computer literate and be proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Life at Tetra Tech

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.